One of the byproducts of a great workout is muscle soreness. While people of all fitness levels may experience muscle soreness, beginners may experience it most often. Muscle soreness can occur 24 hours after a workout and can last anywhere from two to five days and is completely normal.

Muscle soreness will dissipate over time, but gentle stretches may help alleviate the discomfort as well. Here are the top stretches for muscle soreness:

All exercises should be done slowly and gently. A person's range of motion may be reduced, so the stretches should be adjusted accordingly.